The Richmond Christian School Association

The Richmond Christian School Association is a Canadian nonprofit organization that operates Richmond Christian School, a private, independent Christian educational institution in Richmond, British Columbia. The Association holds the business registration number 107895021RR0001 and is registered as a charity under the Canada Revenue Agency.

Overview

The Richmond Christian School Association is responsible for the governance and operation of Richmond Christian School, which serves students from Preschool through Grade 12 across three campuses: elementary, middle, and secondary. The Association is composed primarily of parents and guardians of students attending the school, who contribute to decision-making processes and governance through membership.

History

Richmond Christian School was established on September 27, 1957, originally enrolling 37 students from grades 1 to 8. In 1992, it merged with Seacliff Christian School after a two-year process, consolidating under the current name and structure. Since its founding, the school has positioned itself as a provider of quality Christian education grounded in faith and academic excellence.

Governance

The Richmond Christian School Association operates under a Board of Directors elected by its members. The Board functions as a corporate body with authority to set vision, school policies, staffing decisions, and financial planning. Individual board members derive authority from the collective Board rather than holding personal power.

Numerous committees report to or are chaired by Board members, involving parents, staff, and guardians in school operation oversight. These committees include:

• Elementary Campus Community Council
• Middle Campus Community Council
• Secondary Campus Community Council
• Employee Relations Committee
• Finance, Audit and Risk Management Committee
• Policy Committee
• Tuition Assistance Committee

This structure fosters community involvement and supports the school's mission "to equip all students to joyfully serve Christ in all aspects of life."

Educational Mission and Achievements

Richmond Christian School emphasizes a Christ-centered education that integrates academic rigor with spiritual growth. The school is recognized for strong academic performance; for instance, it was ranked 22nd out of 289 secondary schools in British Columbia by the Fraser Institute in 2014, improving to 5th out of 252 schools in 2018.

Funding and Charitable Status

While tuition fees and government grants cover parts of the school’s operational costs, the Richmond Christian School Association relies heavily on donations to support additional resources, building projects, and facility upgrades. The organization acknowledges the vital role of community generosity in maintaining and advancing its educational mission.

As a registered charity, the Association is compliant with CRA requirements and provides tax receipts for donations, enabling donors to support the school while receiving tax benefits.

The Richmond Christian School Association continues to serve its community by providing quality Christian education with a strong governance framework and active parental involvement, dedicated to fostering academic excellence and spiritual development in students.

[1] https://myrcs.ca [2] https://myrcs.ca/governance/ [3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richmond_Christian_School [4] https://causes.benevity.org/causes/124-107895021RR0001 [5] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/the-richmond-christian-school-association/